Mother
is someone who holds us in her belly for 9 months, in her arms for
three years and in her heart for a lifetime.

These few words are truest to its sense. Indeed there is no one like a mother. And today, we are going to offer a few useful tips as offered by leading gynecologists of ILS Hospitals, a renowned hospital in Kolkata, which will help you to have a safe pregnancy and childbirth ahead.

1.
Reassure The Baby’s Heath

Get the primary test and prenatal scanning to ensure that your baby is doing good. Your prenatal scan tells much more about your pregnancy that you might realize. It reassures the pregnancy, number of babies you are expecting and a possible due date as well. Avail a baby scan from the best maternity hospital or a clinic with an expert gynecologist.

2.
Eat Right At Right Time

Eating
nutritious food is quite important during pregnancy. Not only you
should be eating more, but you have to focus on consuming all the
crucial nutrients as well. An expert gynecologist or obstetrician
will guide you towards having an ideal diet chart for a healthy
mother and child. Apart from a prenatal supplement, eat lots of fresh
fruits and veggies, but
remember to avoid the ones that are bad for your pregnancy (like
papaya).

3.
Stay Hydrated

You
must be aware that pregnancy makes you ‘pee for two’. However, it is
crucial that you drink for two as well. Staying
hydrated will help keep your amniotic fluid in balance
and also help you deal with nausea and morning sickness. Always keep
a bottle of water you and keep taking sips every now and then. You
can also consider having fresh juices and coconut water etc, to help
intake more water.

4.
Remove Few Things From Diet Chart

If
you are engaged in bad habits like alcohol, smoking, etc, pregnancy
might be the right motivation for you to quit it (and for your
partner’s too). The harmful toxin of these, not only affect your
health but your baby’s health as well. Moreover, try to limit the
amount of caffeine you intake as well, as it too can cause some
complication in your pregnancy.

5.
Educate Yourself And Others

During
pregnancy, you are never alone and you are not alone, going through
it. So, consider joining a prenatal class. They offer several helpful
tips on pregnancy, childbirth, nursing, and early parenting.
Moreover, such help groups can offer assistance in more than one way.

We urge every budding mother and her family to take special care of her along with her baby’s. We, at ILS Hospitals, offer the best medical assistance and care for the expecting mother with our expert gynecologist and obstetricians. Moreover, we are also ready with neonatologist and pediatrician to take care of the infants, if they need it.

This time of the year evokes a different spirit altogether, isn’t it? After all Durga Puja has its own significance in the heart and spirit of every Bengali and other people belonging to Bengal. Though it is celebrated in several parts of the world, its essence and aura is unmatchable in this particular region. Needless to say, visiting hospitals in between this festive time, is never in one’s wish list, but every year, many people make these unexpected visits to address their health issues.

Here we present several festival-related health hazards and emergency that might need you to seek medical help during this Durga Puja.

1. Food Poisoning

Eating out with friends during pandal hopping is enjoyed by every youth. This binge eating can eventually end up causing food poisoning and other digestion discomforts. Seek Gastroenterologist if the problems persist.

2. Respiratory Difficulty

While participating in traditional rituals during puja, Dhunuchi dance or cooking and organizing Puja foods preparations for hours, it is not uncommon to encounter breathing discomfort. Seek respiratory & Chest Medicine if difficulty persists. In fact, people with a history of asthma and other respiratory issues should keep a distance from such activities, to be on the safe side.

3. Accidental Injuries to Children

Pandal hopping with family has its own fun and consequences. Having infants and toddlers along can often cause mild to severe injuries to the little ones. First-aid can be done at the nearest medical clinic or by a skilled family member, but a consultation from a pediatrician or neonatologist is advised to rule out the possibility of long-term complications.

4. Accidents and Trauma to Adults

While clicking selfies, in crowded pandals or during Bisarjan, might be a common practice for many skilled youths, but accidents can happen anytime if one becomes unmindful. Unless it is mild cut, bruise, or scrapes, it is best to address the trauma from a skilled orthopedics and emergency unit.

5. Headache and Acoustic Trauma

Loud music and people chattering cannot be mitigated in the puja festival and in fact, is enjoyed by most. However, it might cause minor to mild trauma for sensitive individuals, particularly the elders, kids and recovering patients. Seeking help from ENT specialist is advised for experiencing severe discomfort.

In case, you or your loved ones fall in traps to any of the above-mentioned health complications, rush to your nearest ILS Hospital and seek medical care. We are open 24/7 for your treatment and care. Jot down the numbers in case any medical emergency strikes.